Yamaha AVENTAGE CX-A5200 - 11.2-Channel AV Preamplifier with MusicCast

Yamaha knows home theater inside and out. Their top-of-the-line CX-A5200 preamp/processor offers the very best audio and video performance this legendary brand has to offer, along with tons of wired and wireless setup options. You'll get flexible home theater and multi-room entertainment options, with outstanding sound processing for movies and music.

Decaoding for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X brings movie soundtracks to life with incredible realism. This pre/pro lets you enjoy 4K video sources on up to three compatible displays, and it even upscales analog and HDMI sources, so you can enjoy more of your video content in Ultra HD resolution.

Experience the future of home cinema with the 11.2-channel CX-A5200 AVENTAGE pre-amplifier. Yamaha’s renowned CINEMA DSP HD3 combined with Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ deliver an exhilarating home cinema experience.

• AVENTAGE 11.2-channel pre-amplifier
• SURROUND:AI automatically optimises the surround effect in real time
• Dolby Atmos and DTS:X with CINEMA DSP HD3
• HDMI® (7 in / 3 out) with Dolby Vision™ and Hybrid Log-Gamma
• Studio-grade ESS DAC (ES9026 PRO x 2)
• MusicCast multi-room technology
• Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control compatibility* (*Availability varies by region)

When you see those 3-pin balanced XLR connectors lined up across the CX-A5200's back panel, you know you're getting a preamp designed for top audio performance. With XLR inputs and outputs, this preamp can maintain a balanced signal path from your high-end stereo source component all the way through to your power amp. This reduces the noise in the transmission, letting your music's detail and dynamics shine through.

Digital audio signals from Blu-ray and CD players are handled by two 32-bit/384kHz ESS SABRE PRO Premier digital-to-analog converters, for audiophile-grade performance in stereo or surround sound.

The AVENTAGE difference

For their AVENTAGE series components, Yamaha uses custom-designed parts with anti-resonance technology to reduce distortion caused by vibration. Shielded power supplies and a large toroidal power transformer allow for quiet operation. The CX-A5200's rigid H-shaped frame adds stability to cut out chassis vibration almost completely.

A specially designed fifth foot at the center of the pre/pro's base helps dampen internal and external vibrations, while the aluminum front panel further shields sensitive circuitry from external electronic interference for optimal sound quality. All of Yamaha's attention to detail in the CX-A5200's construction results in accurate playback, precise imaging, and a wide, natural soundstage.

Partner the CX-A5200 with the Yamaha AVENTAGE MX-5200 for 11 Channels of high quality power for your Home Theatre

Processing:

• Dolby® and DTS® surround sound decoding
  • Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ for more enveloping home theater sound
  • supports 5.1.2, 5.1.4, 7.1.2 , and 7.1.4 Atmos setups with multiple placement patterns for height channels
• video upconversion (up to 1080p and 4K) for analog and HDMI sources
• MusicCast Surround lets you add MusicCast 20 or MusicCast 50 speakers to create a 5.1-channel setup with wireless rear surrounds
• YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) automatic speaker calibration with Reflected Sound Control to deliver more accurate surround sound across different listening levels (microphone included)
  • 64-bit Precision EQ calculation for more natural room acoustics
• 34 DSP programs add richness and depth to music and movie soundtracks
  • improved CINEMA DSP HD3 with signal processing algorithms for a heightened sense of realism
  • Virtual Cinema Front simulates surround sound effects when five connected speakers are all placed in the front of the room
• Adaptive Dynamic Range Control limits the volume level on sound effects and commercials for more discreet late-night listening
• Dialogue Lift and Level Adjustment for clearer, louder dialogue while watching movies and shows
• Surround:AI technology analyzes your content and creates optimal surround effects in real time

Audio Performance Features:

• two professional-grade 32-bit/384kHz ESS SABRE PRO Premier ES9026PRO digital-to-analog converters for all channels
• Compressed Music Enhancer improves sound quality of MP3s and upconverts CDs and FLAC files to 24-bit/96kHz resolution
• heavy-duty bottom plate adds stability for optimal sound
• large, redesigned power transformer for maximum performance and precision with thick brass bottom plate to dampen unwanted vibrations
• Pure Direct mode switches off front-panel display, tone controls, and DSP circuitry for cleaner sound with analog audio sources

General Features:

• 4K video pass-through and upscaling
• free Yamaha MusicCast Controller app lets you use your Apple or Android™ device as a Wi-Fi remote
• full-color on-screen display
• HDMI standby pass-through allows HDMI switching without powering up preamp
• AM/FM tuner
• remote control
• detachable power cord
• 17-1/8"W x 7-9/16"H x 19-3/8"D
• weight: 33.5 lbs.